Production Operator Job Description Position/Title: Production Operator

Department: Production

Reports To: Production Supervisor

Position Summary: Under the supervision of the Production Supervisor the Production Operator is responsible for performing repetitive press or assembly operations to mass produce automotive components.

Requirements

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Performs duties as outlined in the work instructions
• Accurately record all production information on the production report as required
• Assist in line change activities as instructed
• Ensure quality of parts being produced, report all issues to supervisor immediately
• Able to work at a consistent fast pace while still possessing the ability to produce a quality part
• Work safely to prevent on-the-job injuries by following all NVOSHA and company policies and procedures regarding safety and personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Must be a “lean thinker” by helping develop and maintain standards in accordance with lean Manufacturing principles
• Must be able to process required paperwork
• Understand and follow all plant Quality Teams’ requirements
• Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas (5S)
• Follow all clean up and housekeeping procedures (5S) i.e. production floor, shipping & receiving office and warehouse as needed
• Ability to communicate and understand verbal and written instructions in English
• Perform other duties as assigned or required

Specific Knowledge, Skills, Licenses, Certifications, Etc:

• Requires a high school diploma/GED
• Must be able to work overtime (including weekends)
• Zero to one year of related experience preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift and move objects up to 35-50 pounds
• Must be able to walk, stand, & bend in a manufacturing setting for an entire shift
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus to work SG-FO-621-018 REV.